Blog articles
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BRCA testing for people with Jewish ancestry
NHS England has launched a testing service for people with Jewish ancestry to see if they carry a potentially harmful BRCA variant
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Hidden genomics in health visiting
In this feature article for the 2023 #GenomicsConversation week, we explore the vital role that health visitors play in unlocking the potential of genomics for patients
News articles
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Genomics in the NHS: A clinician’s guide to genomic testing for cancer (solid tumours)
Join our new two-week online course for a practical guide to the genomic testing pathway for solid tumours
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Genomic testing for rare disease: Learn with the experts
Join a new cohort of learners supported by expert mentors on the latest run of the National Genomics Education programme’s popular course
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The #GenomicsConversation 2023 is here!
Join the National Genomics Education programme and colleagues across the health service as we shine a spotlight on how genomics is shaping patient treatment and care
Events
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The Unusual Suspects: Rare disease in everyday medicine
Medics4RareDiseases (M4RD) is proud and excited to announce details for its 11th annual symposium; The Unusual Suspects 2024: Rare Diseases in Everyday Medicine
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The Primary Care Show
Returning to the NEC in May, the Primary Care Show, will take place on 15 - 16 May 2023.
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Genomics & Children’s Medicine: Everything You Need To Know
The South East Genomic Medicine Service are hosting a Genomics Autumn Festival.
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Genomics & Inherited Epilepsy Study Day Event
The NHS North Thames and South East Genomic Medicine Service Alliance are hosting a free Genomics & Inherited Epilepsy Study Day event.
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Greater Manchester Cancer Academy: Genomics Education Event
A event understanding genomics and the work being done to embed testing into oncology pathways.
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Personalised Medicine for Paediatricians: The Essentials
A one day virtual course covering the essentials of personalised medicine in paediatrics.
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Royal College of General Practitioners Annual Conference 2023
The Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) annual conference 2023 is an essential event for GPs and their teams.